Kuwait

Ahmad Abdulwahab Al-Awadhi is a Kuwaiti politician and medical professional currently serving as the Minister of Health for Kuwait. He holds a PhD in Pediatrics from the Kuwait Institute for Medical Specialization and earned his medical degree from the Arabian Gulf University. His career is defined by his background in the medical field, transitioning into public service to lead the nation's health sector. He continues to contribute to the administration of Kuwait's healthcare policies and public health initiatives.

Dr. Yakoub Al-Sayed Yousef Al-Refaei is a Kuwaiti politician currently serving as the Minister of Finance. He was appointed to this position as part of the cabinet reshuffle announced on February 1, 2026. As a member of the Kuwaiti government, he oversees the nation's financial policies and economic strategy. His appointment reflects his role in the executive branch of the State of Kuwait under the leadership of the Prime Minister and the Emir.

Jalal Sayed Abdulmuhsin Al-Tabtabei is a Kuwaiti government official currently serving as the Minister of Education. He was appointed to this cabinet position on October 29, 2024, as part of the executive branch of the State of Kuwait. As a member of the cabinet, he oversees the national education policy and administration within the country's government structure.

Mohammad Ibrahim Al-Wasmi is a Kuwaiti politician currently serving as the Minister of Awqaf and Islamic Affairs. He was appointed to the cabinet on May 12, 2024, and was subsequently reassigned to his current portfolio in November 2024. As a member of the Kuwaiti government, he plays a key role in overseeing the state's religious endowments and Islamic affairs, contributing to the executive administration of the country under the leadership of the Prime Minister.

Nader Abdullah Mohammad Al-Jallal is a Kuwaiti government official currently serving as the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. He was appointed to this position on August 25, 2024, as part of the Kuwaiti cabinet. As a minister, he oversees the development and administration of higher education policies and scientific research initiatives within the State of Kuwait.

Omar Saud Abdulaziz Al-Omar is a Kuwaiti government official currently serving as the Minister of State for Communication and Information Technology. In February 2026, he was additionally appointed as the Acting Minister of Information and Culture following a cabinet reshuffle. He has been a member of the Kuwaiti cabinet since May 2024, focusing on the nation's digital infrastructure and communication sectors.

Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al-Salem Al-Sabah is a Kuwaiti politician and member of the ruling Al-Sabah family who currently serves as the Minister of Defense of Kuwait. He was appointed to this position on February 4, 2025, by an Amiri decree. As a key member of the government, he oversees the nation's defense policy and military administration within the executive branch of the State of Kuwait.

Nora Mohammad Al-Mashaan is a Kuwaiti civil engineer, academic, and government official currently serving as the Minister of Public Works of Kuwait. Born in 1981, she holds a PhD in coastal disaster engineering and oil spill management from Johns Hopkins University, making her the first Arab woman to earn a doctorate in this specialized field. Before her cabinet appointment in 2024, she worked as an associate professor at Kuwait University and as an engineering consultant. As a minister, she has focused on major infrastructure projects, including the overhaul of the national road network and the development of the Mubarak Al-Kabeer Port.